Themes

One of my favorite aspect of planning events, is the theme. I think it is the first step in planning a good party is to lock down the theme.  After that everything from the food, to the decor to the favors, will fall into place.

The theme is the key to a good time. It sets the mood for the entire event and the better the theme the more your guests and you will enjoy it.

Many people feel that they need to have a “fresh” theme, something new and exciting so that people don’t get bored.  I say screw “fresh” and go with the classics:

Black and white: This is classic and simple.  You and your guests won’t have to go out and buy ridiculous costumes or spend thousands on new clothing.  Everything from the decorations to the decor will be simple and easy to find.  And if you really want to throw in a curve ball add one item to have color.

Back Yard BBQ: Simple and fun, who doesn’t love BBQ. Throw some burgers on the grill, add some patch work table cloths and you’ve got yourself a great time.  And for the twist do it in the winter. Grab your friends hang in the house and enjoy the best part of the summer in the cold.

Decade themes: Now everyone has been to 80’s night, or Disco night, but one way to keep it fresh is to center it around an icon movie of the time.  Pretty in Pink for classic 80’s nostalgia or Clueless for revamping the 90’s at it’s finest.  You’ll get extra points for playing music from those soundtracks, or keeping the film on in the background.